1995-2002 Lincoln Continental: Technical Specifications

Updated: 11/23/08

1996 Lincoln Continental
2002 Lincoln Continental
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1995-2002 Lincoln Continental 

  • Price Range:  $1,500 - $6,100
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Specs for this generation Lincoln Continental include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability.

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification 4-door sedan
Wheelbase, in. 109.0
Overall Length, in. 206.3
Overall Width, in. 73.3
Overall Height, in. 55.9
Curb Weight, lbs. 3911
Cargo Volume, cu. ft. 18.1
Standard Payload, lbs. --
Fuel Capacity, gals. 18.0
Seating Capacity 6
Front Head Room, in. 39.1
Max. Front Leg Room, in. 41.8
Rear Head Room, in. 39.0
Max. Rear Leg Room, in. 39.2

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.


Powertrain Options and Availability

All Continentals had the same powertrain: a 260-horsepower 4.6-liter V8 engine with dual-overhead camshafts, driving a 4-speed automatic transmission. In 1999, engine revisions netted an addition 15 horsepower and 10 pound-feet of torque.
Engines Size liters /
cu. in
Horse- power Torque Transmission:
EPA city/hgwy
Consumer Guide Observed
dohc V8 4.6 / 281 260-275 265-275 4-speed automatic: 17/25 4-speed automatic: 16.3

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Built In:  USA
Drive Wheels: transverse front-engine/front-wheel drive
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